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Best Assisted Living Facilities in Downey, CA

Find local assisted living and retirement communities in the Downey, CA area.

In Downey, California, seniors account for approximately 31.9% of the population, creating a significant demand for a variety of senior living options. The city itself has three senior living facilities, complemented by an impressive 531 more in the surrounding area. These facilities offer a spectrum of care from independent living and assisted living to memory care and nursing home options. The average cost for assisted living in Downey is $4,098 per month, reflecting a balance between affordability and quality care. In the following guide, we’ll highlight some of the top senior living communities in Downey, ensuring you have the information you need to choose the perfect environment for your loved one to enjoy their golden years.

45 Communities were found near Downey, CA
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Downey Retirement Center
Our Rating:
of 5
8

Downey Retirement Center

11500 Dolan Ave, Downey, CA 90241 (0.2 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
Our Rating:
of 5
8
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Lakewood Park Manor
Our Rating:
of 5
8

Lakewood Park Manor

12045 South Lakewood Blvd, Downey, CA 90242 (0.8 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
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of 5
8
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Lakewood Gardens
Our Rating:
of 5
8.5

Lakewood Gardens

12055 S. Lakewood Blvd., Downey, CA 90242 (0.8 mi from city center)
Memory Care
Our Rating:
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8.5
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Calcare Home Health Inc
Our Rating:
of 5
8.5

Calcare Home Health Inc

17139 Bellflower Blvd, Bellflower, CA 90706 (4.2 mi from city center)
Home Care
Our Rating:
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8.5
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Ivy Park at Cerritos
Our Rating:
of 5
8.5

Ivy Park at Cerritos

11000 New Falcon Way, Cerritos, CA 90703 (4.3 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
Our Rating:
of 5
8.5
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Highland Manor Assisted Living
Our Rating:
of 5
9

Highland Manor Assisted Living

3570 E Imperial Hwy, Lynwood, CA 90262 (4.4 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
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9
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Prestige Care Svc
Our Rating:
of 5
9

Prestige Care Svc

10450 Artesia Blvd, Bellflower, CA 90706 (4.7 mi from city center)
Home Care
Our Rating:
of 5
9
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Cloran Home Health Services
Our Rating:
of 5
9

Cloran Home Health Services

11428 Artesia Blvd Ste 3, Artesia, CA 90701 (5.1 mi from city center)
Home Care
Our Rating:
of 5
9
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QFC Loving Care Santana
Our Rating:
of 5
9

QFC Loving Care Santana

18311 Santana Avenue, Cerritos, CA 90703 (5.2 mi from city center)
Memory Care
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of 5
9
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People's Care Whittier
Our Rating:
of 5
9

People's Care Whittier

7355 Greenleaf Avenue 2nd Floor, Whittier, CA 90602 (5.9 mi from city center)
Home Care
Our Rating:
of 5
9
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La Posada Assisted Living and Memory Care
Our Rating:
of 5
8.2

La Posada Assisted Living and Memory Care

8120 Painter Ave, Whittier, CA 90602 (6 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
Our Rating:
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8.2
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Oakmont of Whittier
Our Rating:
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7.5

Oakmont of Whittier

13617 Whittier Blvd., Whittier, CA 90605 (6.1 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
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7.5
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Godwin Care Services
Our Rating:
of 5
7.5

Godwin Care Services

5230 Clark Ave Ste 30, Lakewood, CA 90712 (6.2 mi from city center)
Home Care
Our Rating:
of 5
7.5
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Brookdale Uptown Whittier
Our Rating:
of 5
7.5

Brookdale Uptown Whittier

13250 East Philadelphia Street, Whittier, CA 90601 (6.2 mi from city center)
Our Rating:
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7.5
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Whittier Place Senior Living
Our Rating:
of 5
9.1

Whittier Place Senior Living

12315 Burgess Avenue, Whittier, CA 90604 (6.3 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
Our Rating:
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9.1
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QFC Loving Care Alderton
Our Rating:
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8.5

QFC Loving Care Alderton

13652 Alderton Lane, Cerritos, CA 90703 (6.4 mi from city center)
Memory Care
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8.5
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Brittany House
Our Rating:
of 5
7

Brittany House

5401 E Centralia St, Long Beach, CA 90808 (6.8 mi from city center)
Memory Care
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7
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Brittany House
Our Rating:
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8.5

Brittany House

5401 E. Centralia Street, Long Beach, CA 90808 (6.8 mi from city center)
Memory Care
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8.5
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The Palms La Mirada Senior Living
Our Rating:
of 5
9.3

The Palms La Mirada Senior Living

13001 La Mirada Boulevard, La Mirada, CA 90638 (7 mi from city center)
Independent Living
Our Rating:
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9.3
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Loving Homecare, Inc
Our Rating:
of 5
9.3

Loving Homecare, Inc

6528 Greenleaf Ave, Suite 115, Whittier, CA 90601 (7.4 mi from city center)
Home Care
Our Rating:
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9.3
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Palomino Residential Care
Our Rating:
of 5
9.3

Palomino Residential Care

1400 Piedra Way, Monterey Park, CA 91754 (7.5 mi from city center)
Residential Care Home
Our Rating:
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9.3
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Pacific Valley Homecare
Our Rating:
of 5
9.3

Pacific Valley Homecare

6 Centerpointe Dr. Suite 700, La Palma, CA 90623 (8.1 mi from city center)
Home Care
Our Rating:
of 5
9.3
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Ivy Park at La Palma
Our Rating:
of 5
9.2

Ivy Park at La Palma

5321 La Palma Avenue, La Palma, CA 90623 (8.2 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
Our Rating:
of 5
9.2
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Norms Home Companion Svc Inc
Our Rating:
of 5
9.2

Norms Home Companion Svc Inc

3915 Long Beach Blvd, Long Beach, CA 90807 (8.2 mi from city center)
Home Care
Our Rating:
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9.2
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Bay Towers at Bixby Knolls
Our Rating:
of 5
9.1

Bay Towers at Bixby Knolls

3737 Atlantic Avenue, Long Beach, CA 90807 (8.4 mi from city center)
Assisted Living
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9.1
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Map of Assisted Living in Downey

Find the right senior living community by location
  • Downey Retirement Center
  • Lakewood Park Manor
  • Lakewood Gardens
  • Calcare Home Health Inc
  • Ivy Park at Cerritos
  • Highland Manor Assisted Living
  • Prestige Care Svc
  • Cloran Home Health Services
  • QFC Loving Care Santana
  • People's Care Whittier
  • La Posada Assisted Living and Memory Care
  • Oakmont of Whittier
  • Godwin Care Services
  • Brookdale Uptown Whittier
  • Whittier Place Senior Living
  • QFC Loving Care Alderton
  • Brittany House
  • Brittany House
  • The Palms La Mirada Senior Living
  • Loving Homecare, Inc
  • Palomino Residential Care
  • Pacific Valley Homecare
  • Ivy Park at La Palma
  • Norms Home Companion Svc Inc
  • Bay Towers at Bixby Knolls

Senior Living Statistics for Downey, California

Average Senior Living Costs by Housing Type


In Downey, California, the cost of senior living ranges from $4,098 per month for assisted living to $6,858 per month for a two-bedroom unit in a nursing home on average. Prices vary depending on the type of housing and level of care needed. Assisted living and independent living, priced at $4,334 per month, are two of the more affordable options as they typically provide the least amount of hands-on care. Memory care is available at $5,016 per month, while nursing home accommodations include a private room at $5,418, semi-private room at $4,450, studio at $5,064, and a one-bedroom unit at $5,906, offering a wide range of choices to suit various needs and preferences.
Housing Type Average Monthly Cost
Assisted Living $4,098
Memory Care $5,016
Independent Living $4,334
Nursing Home: Private Room $5,418
Nursing Home: Semi-Private Room $4,450
Nursing Home: Studio $5,064
Nursing Home: One Bedroom $5,906
Nursing Home: Two Bedroom $6,858

Average Cost of Assisted Living in Downey


The average monthly cost of assisted living facilities in Downey is $4,098. Nearby cities like La Mirada and Rose Hills vary in cost, with average prices of $4,256 per month and $4,014 per month, respectively. Downey assisted living is less expensive than the average cost of assisted living in California ($4,357 per month) and the country as a whole ($4,546 per month).
City Average Monthly Cost
Downey $4,098

Here is how the average cost of assisted living in Downey compares to California and the national average:
Area Average Monthly Cost
Downey $4,098
California $4,357
United States $4,546

Senior Living Availability in Downey


Downey offers several options for senior living communities—3 to be exact. For those who are not set on living in Downey, there are 531 facilities in the surrounding area and 1,923 throughout California.
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Downey

531

Surrounding Area

1923

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Downey Senior Demographics


In Downey, California, seniors make up approximately 31.9% of the population, contributing to the city's total of 113,052 residents. This senior demographic is slightly more female, with 51.2% compared to 48.8% male. Of these seniors, 13% are in their 50s, 10.6% in their 60s, 5.3% in their 70s, and 3% are 80 and over. When it comes to marital status, 42.6% are married, 12% are divorced, 41% have never married, and 4.3% are widowed. Downey's diverse community is characterized by 74.4% identifying as Hispanic, 37% as White, and 18.6% as mixed race. Furthermore, 7.2% are Asian, 3.8% are Black, 1.4% are Native American, 0.2% are Pacific, and 31.8% identify as other, showcasing the city's rich cultural diversity.

Population

Downey has a population of 113,052.
  • 48.8% Male
  • 51.2% Female

Marital Status

  • 42.6% Married
  • 12% Divorced
  • 41% Never Married
  • 4.3% Widowed

Age

Seniors make up about 31.9% of the population.
  • 13% in their 50s
  • 10.6% in their 60s
  • 5.3% in their 70s
  • 3% in their 80s

Diversity

  • 37% White
  • 3.8% Black
  • 7.2% Asian
  • 1.4% Native
  • 0.2% Pacific
  • 31.8% Identifying as Other
  • 18.6% Mixed Race
  • 74.4% Hispanic

Additional Cities with Assisted Living Near Downey

The average cost of senior housing per month in nearby cities of Downey, California, ranges from $3,955 in Orange to $4,507 in Glendale. Some other popular nearby cities include Los Angeles, Torrance, Pasadena, Long Beach, and Mission Viejo.

City Average Monthly Cost
City Average Monthly Cost
Los Angeles $4,304
Anaheim $3,957
Torrance $4,156
Pasadena $4,124
Orange $3,955
Long Beach $4,087
Mission Viejo $4,315
Huntington Beach $4,003
Glendale $4,507
City Average Monthly Cost
Newport Beach $4,029
Garden Grove $3,968
Fullerton $4,144
Laguna Niguel $4,432
Burbank $4,306
San Juan Capistrano $4,280
Costa Mesa $3,979
Rancho Palos Verdes $4,011
Irvine $3,982

Senior Living Ratings Methodology

Our experts spent over 50 hours researching the best communities in each city, focusing on these key factors.

Senior Living Ratings Methodology

Available Care

We value communities that offer more than standard living services, such as memory care and independent living. We think this is beneficial for older adults, as it allows a community to meet your changing needs over time.

Amenities

Amenities can help an assisted living community feel like a luxury resort or a home away from home. Our research focuses on communities that offer extra perks and benefits for seniors to enjoy.

Location

Location can be important. Since many seniors like to have certain comforts nearby, we look at communities close to parks, shopping areas, hospitals, museums, and other practical or entertaining points of interest.

Reviews

We read through dozens of reviews for every single contender and include a summary of our findings. In most cases, we see common themes regarding positive and negative feedback about each community. Just remember not to take individual reviews at face value.

Cost

Assisted living costs vary greatly based on the facility and level of care. We considered communities that are suitable for various budgets and offer solid value. All prices listed are from community websites.